Finance Reporting Manager SME (fixed-term contract)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Kraków; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a Finance Reporting Manager SME (fixed-term contract) in Kraków, Poland.

You will lead preparation and review of quarterly SEC filings and annual reports, ensuring adherence to US GAAP and SOX across cross-functional teams. The role requires 5+ years in financial reporting, CPA qualification, and strong Excel skills, with flexibility to work late hours to align with US time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant financial reporting experience in public accounting and/or a commercial business environment, ideally some portion of supervisory experience.
• CPA license or equivalent (local CA/ACCA)
• Experience with currency translation, and other technical accounting and reporting issues
• Technical knowledge and understanding of SEC and/or other external reporting, US GAAP and SOX requirements and controls
• Ability to demonstrate strong Microsoft Office skills (especially MS Excel)
• Ability and willingness to be flexible and work late hours, especially during month end and quarter end close, to allow successful cooperation with US time zone-based teams and stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review quarterly SEC Forms 10-Q and 8-K (earnings release) and annual Form 10-K in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements
• Participate in cross functional projects and assist other functions with financial reporting and disclosure matters
• Management of the accounting for the Company’s defined benefit pension plans
• Prepare/review monthly closing journal entries and account reconciliations and rollforwards
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses, as requested
• Assist in various statutory reporting requirements
• Ensure all duties performed are in compliance with GAAP, Company policies and procedures, SEC reporting requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements Responsible for testing and/or review for SOX requirements
• Participate in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for financial reporting activities, and their continuous improvement process including automation and acceleration
• Drive process improvement and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Skills

MS Excel

Strong communication

Leadership

US GAAP knowledge

SOX knowledge

auditor communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license (local CA/ACCA)

Tools

Oracle ERP

Hyperion Financial Management

WDesk/Workiva

Job description

Finance Reporting Manager SME (fixed-term contract)

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we deliver projects that truly make a difference - from smart manufacturing and sustainable water systems to modern infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies. Our solutions support the development of cities, industries, and innovation, addressing today’s challenges both locally and globally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and review of the Company’s quarterly SEC Forms 10-Q and 8-K (earnings release) and annual Form 10-K in accordance with US GAAP and SEC requirements
• Participate in cross functional projects and assist other functions with financial reporting and disclosure matters
• Management of the accounting for the Company’s defined benefit pension plans
• Prepare/review monthly closing journal entries and account reconciliations and rollforwards
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses, as requested
• Assist in various statutory reporting requirements
• Ensure all duties performed are in compliance with GAAP, Company policies and procedures, SEC reporting requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements Responsible for testing and/or review for SOX requirements
• Participate in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for financial reporting activities, and their continuous improvement process including automation and acceleration
• Drive process improvement and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• At least 5+ years of relevant financial reporting experience in public accounting and/or a commercial business environment, ideally some portion of supervisory experience
• CPA license or equivalent (local CA/ACCA)
• Experience with currency translation, and other technical accounting and reporting issues
• Technical knowledge and understanding of SEC and/or other external reporting, US GAAP and SOX requirements and controls
• Ability to demonstrate strong Microsoft Office skills (especially MS Excel)
• Ability and willingness to be flexible and work late hours, especially during month end and quarter end close, to allow successful cooperation with US time zone-based teams and stakeholders

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with a large ERP system (ideally Oracle)
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management
• Experience with WDesk/Workiva
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with others, especially in a remote environment
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and external auditors
• Ability to work in a fast, dynamic environment, and prioritize competing priorities
• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving and process improvement skills.

Our offer:

• A comprehensive benefits package: private medical care, additional life insurance, flexible benefits selection via the MyBenefit platform, support for employees and their families in challenging life situations, and much more.
• Flexible start times (between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM) and “short Fridays” (Monday–Thursday: 8.5 hours, Friday: 6 hours).
• Option to work from the office or in a hybrid model.

We believe that by being inclusive, we bring ourselves closer together and foster greater creativity. We welcome people as they are.

As an employer committed to supporting individuals with disabilities, we ensure that all candidates who meet the role requirements are invited to interview.

Join us and build your career in an international environment, alongside people who are passionate about shaping the future.